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Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 7/31; Ogunquit's NICE WORK, a 'Brilliant' BENT at CTG, LIZA and More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Chicago, Maine, New Orleans and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include Ogunquit&#39;s NICE WORK, DAMES AT SEA at The Winter Playhouse, and LIZA in New Orleans, <span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)">just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<figcaption><a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/pittsburgh/article/BWW-Reviews-INTO-THE-WOODS-Tempers-Magic-with-Humanity-at-St-Vincent-20150727">INTO THE WOODS</a></figcaption>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Pittsburgh, PA: </strong>Editor Greg Kerestan reviews INTO THE WOODS at </span>at St Vincent. He says, &quot;It takes a special company to make <em>Into the Woods</em> work, and the St. Vincent Summer Theatre company, a Western Pennyslvania institution for some time, is luckily very special. Even before I became a critic, I was a regular theatregoer in their auditorium, and this is easily their largest and most ambitious show of all time. In downtown Pittsburgh, a cast of this caliber would be a godsend. In Latrobe, one of Pittsburgh&#39;s more far-flung sub-suburbs, it&#39;s nearly miraculous.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/pittsburgh/article/BWW-Reviews-INTO-THE-WOODS-Tempers-Magic-with-Humanity-at-St-Vincent-20150727" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Maine: </strong>Editor Trevor Worden reviews NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT at Ogunquit Playhouse. He says, &quot;As Billy Bendix, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Amanda-Lea-LaVergne/">Amanda Lea LaVergne</a> is a standout talent. She is beautifully relatable as Billy and she is makes every moment onstage work for her. She navigates each scene with poise and grace. Her comedy is expertly smart and pointed. She takes a two dimensional character and makes it live onstage. Her voice lacks the nuance and agility for jazz, but it is a fine standard musical theater voice.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/maine/article/BWW-Reviews-NICE-WORK-IF-YOU-CAN-GET-IT-at-Ogunquit-Playhouse-20150727" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>3. Chicago, IL: </strong>New Guest Blogger, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Neala-Barron/">Neala Barron</a> of Brown Paper Box Company&#39;s TITLE OF SHOW shares an exclusive &#39;day in the life&#39; of her expericnes with the show. Check out an exclusive look at her entire day, from morning routines, meals, backstage shenigans and more! Read it <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/Guest-Blogger-Meet-Neala-Barron-of-Brown-Paper-Box-Companys-TITLE-OF-SHOW-A-Day-in-the-Life-20150727" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<figcaption><a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-Family-Fun-at-The-MUNY-with-BEAUTY-AND-THE-BEAST-20150730">BEAUTY AND THE BEAST</a></figcaption>
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<p><strong>4. St. Louis, MO: </strong>Editor Chris Gibson reviews The Muny&#39;s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. He says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Nicholas-Rodriguez/">Nicholas Rodriguez</a> delivers us a perfect Beast of a performance that has his complete conviction. Even under all the makeup and hair (with a shout-out to all the wigs designed by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/John-Metzner/">John Metzner</a>) that he&#39;s wearing, he manages to convey the rage and heartache that the character is experiencing. He&#39;s especially strong during &quot;If I Can&#39;t Love Her,&quot; the closing number for the first act. Kate Roswell is a lovely and very appealing Belle, and she displays a splendid voice as well. Roswell particularly shines during numbers like &quot;Belle,&quot; &quot;Is This Home?&quot; and &quot;A Change in Me.&quot; <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rob-McClure/">Rob McClure</a>, who is always a welcome presence, is simply terrific as Lumiere, the candlestick who comes to life, and who leads the ensemble in a dazzlingly staged version of &quot;Be Our Guest.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-Family-Fun-at-The-MUNY-with-BEAUTY-AND-THE-BEAST-20150730" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>5. Houston, TX: </strong>Editor Katricia Lang interviews Director Mitchell Greco and Playwright <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ted-Swindley/">Ted Swindley</a> in HONKY TONK ANGELS. On the talented cast, Director Mitchell Greco says, &quot;Mitchell Greco: Not only are Chelsea, Holland and Kelley incredibly talented (with killer voices), but they&#39;re also super intelligent and extremely collaborative. I believe strongly in hiring smart people, pointing them in the same direction, and getting out of their way. The comedy, heart, and soul that these women bring to this play is invaluable. Chelsea is instinctively maternal in real life, and added with stellar comedic chops and a rocking voice, she&#39;s ideal for Angela. Holland, a Stages favorite, is also a comedic genius with a killer voice is perfect for Sue Ellen. Kelley is sensitive, sweet and wonderfully talented, and really grounds the piece as Darlene. I couldn&#39;t have asked for a better cast.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/houston/article/BWW-Interviews-Director-Mitchell-Greco-and-Playwright-Ted-Swindley-Talk-HONKY-TONK-ANGELS-20150729" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<figcaption><a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/BWW-Review-DAMES-AT-SEA-Creates-Waves-of-Smiles-at-The-Winter-Park-Playhouse-20150726">DAMES AT SEA</a></figcaption>
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<p><strong>6. Orlando, FL: </strong>Editor April Montgomery reviews DAMES AT SEA at The Winter Playhouse. She says, &quot;Jackson was glowing with youthful delight and angelic vocals from the moment she stepped on stage. She delivered her lines with delicate ease and brought a graceful presence to each number. She really lit up the stage in one of the show&#39;s concluding songs, &quot;Star Tar.&quot; Whether or not you are impressed by the lyrics, you may find yourself leaving the show singing this amusing song. I am eager to see Jackson grow and develop as a professional performer. Wettstein was instantly lovable as well and extraordinarily comfortable on stage. He outperformed his counterpart from the 1971 film version of the show by a longshot.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/BWW-Review-DAMES-AT-SEA-Creates-Waves-of-Smiles-at-The-Winter-Park-Playhouse-20150726" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>7. New Orleans, LA: </strong>Editor Heidi Scheuermann reviews LIZA MINNELLI, who performed at Biloxi&#39;s IP Casino with her comeback performance &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Liza-Minnelli/">Liza Minnelli</a> in Concert with <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Billy-Stritch/">Billy Stritch</a>.&quot; She says, &quot;AND THE CROWD GOES WILD!&quot; is the only phrase to even remotely describe the audience&#39;s reaction to Ms. Minnelli stepping onto the stage in her sparkling black attire complete with hot pink scarf. She looked as fabulous as always, and she was obviously just as thrilled to be back on stage as her audience was to have her stating, &quot;I feel like I&#39;m home.&quot; Welcome home, Liza!&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/new-orleans/article/BWW-Reviews-Liza-is-Back-20150727" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>8.</strong> <strong>Los Angeles, CA: </strong>Senior Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Don-Grigware/">Don Grigware</a> reviews a &quot;Brilliant&quot; BENT at <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Mark-Taper-Forum/">Mark Taper Forum</a>. He says, &quot;In a rare revival, Moises Kaufman brilliantly directs this new production of BENT<strong><em> </em></strong>at the <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Mark-Taper-Forum/">Mark Taper Forum</a>, and you&#39;d be a fool to miss it. The cast is extraordinary, and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Martin-Sherman/">Martin Sherman</a>&#39;s poignant lyricism is simultaneously funny, touching and thoroughly riveting from moment to moment.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-Brilliant-BENT-Revival-at-Taper-20150730" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>9. Spain: </strong>Editor Paola Abril reviews PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the symphony and concert version, which comes to Madrid for just five days, from 18 to 23 August at the Teatro Compac Gran Via. Check out her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/spain/article/El-Fantasma-de-la-pera-en-concierto-llega-a-Madrid-20150730" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. St. Louis editor Chris Gibson reviews Stages St. Louis&#39; &quot;Delightful and De-Lovely ANYTHING GOES.&quot; He says, &quot;Brent Michael Diroma is handsome, likable and charming as Billy, and he does splendid work with a fabulous score that&#39;s a great fit for his pleasing vocals. The vivacious <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Julie-Cardia/">Julie Cardia</a> brings down the house repeatedly as Reno, belting out several show-stopping songs, while aiding Billy in his quest, even though she has her own strong feelings toward him. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Bob-Amaral/">Bob Amaral</a> is an absolute riot as Moonface Martin, and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Laura-Taylor/">Laura Taylor</a> is a spicy treat as his companion, Erma, who takes advantage of the trip to naughtily work her way through the ship&#39;s crew.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-Stages-St-Louis-Delightful-and-De-Lovely-ANYTHING-GOES-20150724" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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http://images.bwwstatic.com/columnpic7/75200E77778D4-E132-1010-F659387E60D255D1.jpghttp://www.broadwayworld.com/russia/article/Regional-Roundup-Top-10-Stories-This-Week-Around-the-Broadway-World-731-Ogunquits-NICE-WORK-a-Brilliant-BENT-at-CTG-LIZA-and-More-20150731Fri, 31 Jul 2015 07:51:34 PSTRegional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 7/24; 'Awesome' INTO THE WOODS at The Muny, BUDDY in Raleigh and More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Raleigh, Sacramento, St. Louis and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include an &quot;awesome&quot; INTO THE WOODS at The Muny, PETER PAN at Music Circus, and BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY in Raleigh, <span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)">just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Baltimore: </strong>Editor Jack L. B. Gohn reviews a &quot;strong&quot; production of INTO THE WOODS at Toby&#39;s. He says, &quot;</span>As these pages evidence, I&#39;ve reviewed quite a few productions at Toby&#39;s Dinner Theatre over the years; its current revival of <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Stephen-Sondheim/">Stephen Sondheim</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/James-Lapine/">James Lapine</a>&#39;s <em>Into the Woods</em> is the strongest of the lot.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/baltimore/article/BWW-Reviews-Strong-Production-Profound-Show-INTO-THE-WOODS-at-Tobys-20150721" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Boston, MA: </strong>Editor Jan Nargi reviews BELLS ARE RINGING in the Berkshires. She says, &quot;The role of Ella is a tour de force that requires, above all, a gifted comedienne. She has to be goofy while also being 100% sincere. The role&#39;s originator, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Judy-Holliday/">Judy Holliday</a>, was the embodiment of those conflicting characteristics. Her humor was effortless, yet her vulnerabilities were always keen. Here Baldwin is lovely, but her physical comedy is much too broad. Ella&#39;s delightful self-effacing humor doesn&#39;t spring naturally from her. Too often Ella&#39;s lovelorn awkwardness is obliterated by even more awkward shtick..&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/boston/article/BWW-REVIEW-BELLS-ARE-RINGING-Forces-the-Comedy-in-the-Berkshires-20150723" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>3. Chicago, IL: </strong>Editor Misha Davenport reviews &quot;a divine BETTE LIVE AT THE CONTINENTAL BATHS.&quot; She says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Caitlin-Jackson/">Caitlin Jackson</a> has the daunting task of re-creating Midler -for which she is very much up to the challenge. Simply put, Jackson is divine as the Divine Miss M in a Jeff-worthy performance. Her Bette is a ballsy, take-no-prisoners performer. Some of the stage banter is taken from existing videos, but Jackson also proves adept enough to ad-lib here or there and is completely believable as her. The end result is less caricature and more of a well-rounded character.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-A-Divine-BETTE-LIVE-AT-THE-CONTINENTAL-BATHS-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>4. St. Louis, MO: </strong>Editor Chris Gibson reviews &quot;an awesome&quot; INTO THE WOODS at The Muny. He says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rob-McClure/">Rob McClure</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Erin-Dilly/">Erin Dilly</a> are a great pair as the baker and his wife, and you really root for them to follow through on the witch&#39;s instructions in order to reverse the curse. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Heather-Headley/">Heather Headley</a> is exceptional as the Witch, lending a powerful voice and plenty of attitude to the role. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Sara-Kapner/">Sara Kapner</a> nearly steals the show with her sassy performance as Little Red Riding Hood, and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jason-Gotay/">Jason Gotay</a> is delightfully dim as Jack, with local favorite <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Zoe-Vonder-Haar/">Zoe Vonder Haar</a> drawing numerous laughs as his perpetually frustrated mother.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-The-MUNYs-Awesome-INTO-THE-WOODS-at-Forest-Park-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>, and check out exclusive backstage shots <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Exclusive-Amazing-Backstage-Pics-of-The-Munys-INTO-THE-WOODS-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>, production photos <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Heather-Headley-Erin-Dilly-Rob-McClure-and-More-in-INTO-THE-WOODS-at-The-Muny-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>, and a first look at highlights of the show <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Watch-Highlights-of-INTO-THE-WOODS-at-The-Muny-Heather-Headley-Erin-Dilly-Rob-McClure-and-More-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>5. Raleigh, NC: </strong>Editor Jeffrey Kare reviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/North-Carolina-Theatre/">North Carolina Theatre</a>&#39;s BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY. He says, &quot;This current production playing at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium through July 26th not only offers up a good time at the theatre, but also a very truthful showbiz story executed by playwright <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Alan-Janes/">Alan Janes</a>. It doesn&#39;t glorify how the entertainment industry works, it shows all the long roads of hard work that goes into making it big... It&#39;s thanks to director/choreographer D.J. Salisbury&#39;s fluid staging and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Craig-Stelzenmuller/">Craig Stelzenmuller</a>&#39;s bright, colorful lighting designs that at times, you really feel like you&#39;re at a 50&#39;s rock concert with <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Buddy-Holly/">Buddy Holly</a>.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/raleigh/article/BWW-Reviews-North-Carolina-Theatres-BUDDY-THE-BUDDY-HOLLY-STORY-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>6.</strong> <strong>Santa Barbara, CA: </strong><strong> </strong>Editor Maggie Yates says &quot;A BRIGHT NEW BOISE Offers a Dark and Beautiful Search for Meaning.&quot; She goes on, &quot;Elements has produced a masterful work that straddles the line between the unchartable abyss of life&#39;s purposelessness and the joyful relief of stumbling upon moments of surprising humor within that indeliberate-yet-undeniable nihilism. Five great actors, one inescapable break room set: A BRIGHT NEW BOISE<em> </em><em> </em>is a heartbreaking rendition of the greatest futility mankind can ever recognize within themselves--the comprehension of their own insignificance.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/santa-barbara/article/BWW-Review-A-BRIGHT-NEW-BOISE-Offers-a-Dark-and-Beautiful-Search-for-Meaning-20150722" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>7. Sacramento, CA: </strong>Editor Harmony Wheeler reviews PETER PAN at California Music Circus. She says, &quot;Staged in the round, &quot;Peter Pan&quot; showcases what must be some of the most fantastical and visually stunning design and effects seen yet by Music Circus audiences. Fly Guy <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Paul-Rubin/">Paul Rubin</a> creates the smooth flight sequences that take Peter, Wendy, Michael and John over two aisles in addition to the stage. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Scott-Klier/">Scott Klier</a> and Jamie Kumpf provide lovely shelves lined with toys, large island trees and underground roots. Jared A. Sayeg lights the stage with tropical reds, greens and other dramatic colors. Tinker Bell sees her best days yet with small bulbs that light up in the air. And old-style lights pay homage to historical theatre as they line the stage.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/sacramento/article/BWW-Reviews-Lovely-Thoughts-Work-Magic-in-PETER-PAN-at-Music-Circus-20150723" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>8. Costa Mesa/OC: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Michael-L.-Quintos/">Michael L. Quintos</a> reviews 3-D Theatricals&#39; TARZAN. He says, &quot;In this, their latest exciting theatrical effort, 3DT has nonetheless produced a remarkably admirable iteration of TARZAN that defiantly dazzles and entertains despite the inherent, unavoidable shortcomings of its licensed source material. Thanks to the incredible combined efforts of the show&#39;s creative team of brilliant theatrical artisans, its richly striking orchestra, and its top-notch, super-talented ensemble cast, this local production has certainly earned all of our collective, well-deserved cheers.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-3DTs-Eye-Popping-TARZAN-Musical-Swings-into-the-OC-Jungle-20150724" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>9. Germany: </strong>Editor Iris Moebius interviews book writer <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Christian-Struppeck/">Christian Struppeck</a> about his exciting new collaboration with <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Stephen-Schwartz/">Stephen Schwartz</a> in Vienna - EMANUEL &amp; ELEONORE. Check it out <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/germany/article/BWW-Interviews-Christian-Struppeck-Intendant-der-Vereinigten-Bhnen-Wien-ber-EMANUEL-ELEONORE-20150720" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. New guest blogger, <a href="http://www.siobhanoloughlin.com/">Siobhan O&#39;Loughlin</a>, blogs about her bathtub tour, BROKEN BONE BATHTUB. She says, &quot;I originally started writing this piece of theatre with one hand, because my other hand was wrapped in a giant cast after I had a head-on collision with another female cyclist in the pouring rain at a very busy traffic circle on a shivering night in Brooklyn. My orthopedic cast technician told me to put a plastic bag over my cast when I needed to shower. Instead, I decided I&#39;d just take baths, but I didn&#39;t have one in my Bushwick apartment.&quot; Read more on her first blog <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Blog-Siobhan-OLoughlin-Broken-Bone-Bathtub-Beginnings-20150721" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome Alba Lianos as our newest editor in Spain, and Courtney Savoia in New Jersey.</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/philadelphia/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-Connecticut-Philadelphia-Maine-Las-Vegas-Cincinnati-and-More-20150714" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-Egypt-Japan-South-Korea-Israel-Colombia-Netherlands-Portugal-and-More-20150714" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Rhode Island: </strong>Editor Robert Barossi reviews GYPSY at Ocean State Theatre. He says, &quot;</span>Ocean State Theatre Company has just what you need, a nearly perfect production of this beloved musical. And if you are not one of those people, and you have seen the show before, you should definitely see it again at OSTC.&quot;... &quot;Leading the equally skillful cast is <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Amiee-Turner/">Amiee Turner</a>, OSTC&#39;s own <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Producing-Artistic/">Producing Artistic</a> Director. As Rose, Turner takes full opportunity to make the role her own and hit an absolute home run with it. From the first moment she appears, walking through the theater and onto the stage, her magnetism and charisma draw the audience to her. She commands their attention and they can&#39;t wait to see what she says and does next.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/rhode-island/article/BWW-Reviews-Ocean-State-Theatre-Company-Sings-Out-with-Glorious-GYPSY-20150712" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Rockland/Westchester: </strong>Editor Kathryn Kitt reviews GODSPELL at Westchester Broadway Theatre. She says, &quot;Directed and Choreographed by John Fanelli with assistance from <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jonathan-Stahl/">Jonathan Stahl</a>, he has assembled a highly spirited group of young actors who were able to convey the emotional core of the lessons. One must stay true to your beliefs in the ways of forgiveness, empathy and compassion. The actors have a great connection to each other and sing with beautiful harmonies and execute graceful and energetic choreography.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/rockland/article/BWW-Reviews-GODSPELL-at-Westchester-Broadway-Theatre-20150715" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>3. Boston, MA: </strong>Editor Jan Nargi says that a &quot;stellar cast wanders OFF THE MAIN ROAD in Williamstown.&quot; She goes on, &quot;Production elements are first-rate in <em>OFF THE MAIN ROAD</em>, with <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Takeshi-Kata/">Takeshi Kata</a>&#39;s detailed scenic design evoking the seasonal cabins of a bygone era and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Paloma-Young/">Paloma Young</a>&#39;s costumes fixing the play squarely in the post-Camelot 1960s. Lighting design by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ben-Stanton/">Ben Stanton</a> and sound design by Ben Truppin-Brown subtly mark the passage of time from mid-winter to early spring, and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Thomas-Schall/">Thomas Schall</a>&#39;s fight sequences are jarringly realistic.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/boston/article/BWW-REVIEW-Stellar-Cast-Wanders-OFF-THE-MAIN-ROAD-in-Williamstown-20150715" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>4. Pittsburgh, PA: </strong>Editor Greg Kerestan reviews CHICAGO at Theatre Factory. He says, &quot;I was pleasantly surprised to see Tom Bekavac and Laura Wurzell&#39;s production at the Theatre Factory in Trafford breaking that all-too-common mold. With a semi-pro cast of local character actors filling out the usual suspects, this <em>Chicago </em>is faster, funnier, and dare I say warmer than your average cookie-cutter staging.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/pittsburgh/article/BWW-REVIEWS-CHICAGO-Resurrects-Burlesque-at-Theatre-Factory-20150713" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>5. St. Louis, MO: </strong>Editor Chris Gibson reviews The Muny&#39;s BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY. He says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Andy-Christopher/">Andy Christopher</a> does superior work as Buddy, making him into a fully formed character, not just a caricature, and providing us with some tasty licks on his trademark Stratocaster in the process. With his thick black glasses firmly in place, Christopher gives voice to Buddy&#39;s great music, while also showing us the different aspects of his personality, including his determination, as well as his often playful attitude. Sam Weber demonstrates some incredible skills on the double bass as band member Joe B. Mauldin, and Joe Cosmo Cogen is sharp as a tack on drums as <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jerry-Allison/">Jerry Allison</a>.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-The-MUNYs-Smashing-BUDDY-THE-BUDDY-HOLLY-STORY-20150715" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>6. Chicago, IL: </strong>Editor Rachel Weinberg reviews GRAND CONCOURSE at Steppenwolf. She says, &quot;Director <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Yasen-Peyankov/">Yasen Peyankov</a> leads a devoted, compelling cast in <em>Grand Concourse</em>. As written by Schreck, Shelley has both a no-nonsense attitude about running her soup kitchen and also a deep sense of inner emotional turmoil. Mayberry deftly embodies both of these traits in her portrayal of Shelley. She is appropriately and convincingly all-business when she needs to be, as when she admonishes Emma in an early scene for not washing her hands before handling food. Mayberry&#39;s sharp, rapid-fire reaction indicates that this is serious business.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-GRAND-CONCOURSE-Makes-Chicago-Debut-in-Sublime-Steppenwolf-Production-20150713" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>7. Tampa, FL: </strong>Editor Peter Nason reviews Ken Ferrigni&#39;s OCCUPATION at Jobsite Theater. He says, &quot;The production at Jobsite is mostly first rate, and the Shimberg is a perfect venue for a show like this. The <em>Road Warrior</em>-like opening prologue, featuring <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/David-Jenkins/">David Jenkins</a> ingenious videos and news footage, is spectacular. This beautifully crafted opening, combined with Jenkins&#39; equally brilliant sound design, is spot on.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/tampa/article/BWW-Reviews-Ken-Ferrignis-OCCUPATION-at-Jobsite-Theater-20150712" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>8. West Virginia: </strong>Editor Johnna Leary reviews WORLD BUILDERS at the Contemporary American Theater Festival. She says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Brenna-Palughi/">Brenna Palughi</a> portrays Whitney with an adorable neurosis and her quirky, intelligent performance illustrates the character&#39;s outgoing optimism. Palughi was an insane ball of energy while describing her imagined science fiction-esque world and characters and her high energy at the top of the show instantly won the audience over.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/west-virginia/article/BWW-Reviews-CATF-WORLD-BUILDERS-Displays-the-World-Between-Imagination-and-Insanity-20150716" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>9.</strong> <strong> </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ellen-Dostal/">Ellen Dostal</a> says that 3D Theatricals&#39; TARZAN is a &quot;swinging success.&quot; She goes on, &quot;Oddly enough, in the excellent hands of director <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rufus-Bonds/">Rufus Bonds</a>, Jr. and his 3DT cast, the characters take on a richness that makes TARZAN completely satisfying, both artistically and emotionally. It&#39;s a credit to what the company does and reason enough why I recommend you make the drive to see this production. There won&#39;t be another TARZAN in Southern California like it again..&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-3-D-Theatricals-TARZAN-THE-MUSICAL-is-a-Swinging-Success-20150715" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. Chicago editor Misha Davenport reviews KINKY BOOTS now playing at the Cadillac Palace Theater through July 26. She says, &quot;Chambers&#39; performance of &quot;The History of the Wrong Guys&quot; is a show stopper. Chambers has some great chemistry with both Parker and Booth as well.&quot;... &quot;I would also be remiss not to mention Lola&#39;s angels: Joe Beuregard, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Darius-Harper/">Darius Harper</a>, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Tommy-Martinez/">Tommy Martinez</a>, Ricky Shroeder,<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Juan-Torres-Falcon/">Juan Torres-Falcon</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Hernando-Umana/">Hernando Umana</a>. Dressed in <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Gregg-Barnes/">Gregg Barnes</a>&#39; scene-stealing costumes, the angels bring high energy to <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jerry-Mitchell/">Jerry Mitchell</a>&#39;s challenging, Tony Award-winning choreography -all in high heels, no less.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-A-Joyous-Crowd-Pleasing-KINKY-BOOTS-20150710" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome Sean Fenton as our newest guest blogger in Shanghai, Leigh Scheps in New Jersey/South Philadelphia, Donna Marie Nowak in Philadelphia, and Trevor Worden in Maine.</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/philadelphia/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-Connecticut-Philadelphia-Maine-Las-Vegas-Cincinnati-and-More-20150714" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-Egypt-Japan-South-Korea-Israel-Colombia-Netherlands-Portugal-and-More-20150714" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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<p>If this sounds like you, please send a resum&eacute; and one writing sample to <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Christina-Mancuso/">Christina Mancuso</a> at christina@broadwayworld.com.</p><p><small></small><img
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http://images.bwwstatic.com/columnpic6/7520054DED950-FE8B-C71C-965EF5A6C152A124.jpghttp://www.broadwayworld.com/russia/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-Egypt-Japan-South-Korea-Israel-Colombia-Netherlands-Portugal-and-More-20150714Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:53:13 PSTRegional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 7/10; DEAR EVAN HANSEN in DC, VANYA in Chicago & More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Washington, DC, Chicago, St. Louis, Vancouver, and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include DEAR EVAN HANSEN in DC, VANYA AND SONIA in Chicago, and The Muny&#39;s HOLIDAY INN, <span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)">just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Central PA: </strong>Editor Marakay Rogers reviews </span>Allenberry&#39;s DAMN YANKEES and calls it &quot;one devil of a good time!&quot; She goes on, &quot;A great score, however, still needs a great cast. Allenberry&#39;s redoubled efforts at casting this year have paid off with interest in this production. In this cheery, comic retelling of the Faust legend, with baseball rather than women the subject of the bargain, the Devil is, rather than vile and reeking of evil, the sharply dressed and sharply witty Mr. Applegate, whose black-and-red tailoring betrays no trace of ash or brimstone on cuff or collar. Played with moustache-twirling flair by Craig E. Treubert, the devious &quot;talent agent&quot; transforms middle-aged, bland Joe Boyd (Jeff March) into handsome, young hitting powerhouse and shortstop of doom, &quot;Shoeless&quot; Joe Hardy (played neatly and believably by Jack O&#39;Brien).&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/central-pa/article/BWW-Reviews-Allenberrys-DAMN-YANKEES-is-One-Devil-of-a-Good-Time-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Washington, DC: </strong>We have full coverage of the brand new world premiere musical at <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Arena-Stage/">Arena Stage</a>, DEAR EVAN HANSEN. Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jamie-McGonnigal/">Jamie McGonnigal</a> interviews real-life moms of the show, Broadway&#39;s <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jennifer-Laura-Thompson/">Jennifer Laura Thompson</a> <em>(Nice Work If You Can Get It)</em> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rachel-Bay-Jones/">Rachel Bay Jones</a> <em>(Pippin), </em>who star as Cynthia and Heidi respectively and they&#39;ve also managed to tackle being working actors and real-life mothers at the same time. Check out his interview <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Interviews-If-Its-Not-One-Thing-Its-Your-Mother-A-Chat-With-The-Moms-of-DEAR-EVAN-HANSEN-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>. In addition, Editor Ellen Burns interviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Benj-Pasek/">Benj Pasek</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Justin-Paul/">Justin Paul</a>, who were driving to DC to begin the final stages of preparation for the July 10 first preview of the show. Check out her interview <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Interviews-Dear-Benj-Pasek-Justin-Paul-How-Do-Your-Musicals-Grow-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>3. Chicago, IL: </strong>Editor Misha Davenport reviews VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE at the <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Goodman-Theatre/">Goodman Theatre</a>. She says, &quot;Tony award-winning playwright <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Christopher-Durang/">Christopher Durang</a> took elements, characters and situations from Chekhov&#39;s work, threw them into a blender and the end result is an absurdist, laugh-out-loud comedy. I imagine if Chekhov were alive today and writing for the sitcom &quot;Seinfeld,&quot; the end results might look a bit like this.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-Goodmans-VANYA-AND-SONIA-AND-MASHA-AND-SPIKE-20150704" target="_blank">here</a>. Want more VANYA? Check out our photo coverage <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Ross-Lehman-Janet-Ulrich-Brooks-More-in-Goodman-Theatres-VANYA-AND-SONIA-AND-MASHA-AND-SPIKE-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>, and highlights of the show <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-TV-Watch-Highlights-of-Goodmans-VANYA-AND-SONIA-AND-MASHA-AND-SPIKE-20150709" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>4. St. Louis, MO: </strong>Editor Chris Gibson reviews HOLIDAY INN at The Muny. He says, &quot;I think this is a terrific show filled with eye-popping choreography, big splashy numbers, and enough romantic entanglements to please any fan of the original film. If you&#39;re looking for a perfect example of how an old wartime flick can be transformed into a lively and fun stage musical, then look no further, the MUNY has you covered with their highly enjoyable production of <em>Holiday Inn</em>.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-Lively-and-Fun-HOLIDAY-INN-at-The-MUNY-20150707" target="_blank">here</a>. Can&#39;t get enough of The Muny? We&#39;ve got your covered! Check out our full photo flash <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Patti-Murin-Colin-Donnell-Nancy-Opel-More-in-HOLIDAY-INN-at-The-Muny-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>, highlights <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Watch-Highlights-of-Patti-Murin-Colin-Donnell-More-in-MUNYs-HOLIDAY-INN-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>, opening night pics <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-Inside-The-Munys-HOLIDAY-INN-Opening-Night-Cast-Party-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>, and exclusive inside scoop from our guest blogger, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Patti-Murin/">Patti Murin</a> <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-Blog-Patti-Murin-of-The-Munys-HAIRSPRAY-Making-It-Work-At-Work-20150629" target="_blank">here</a>!</p>
<p><strong>5. Milwaukee, WI: </strong>Editor Peggy Sue Dunigan says that &quot;A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Travels Straight to the Heart at APT.&quot; She goes on, &quot;Real life partners <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Eric-Park/">Eric Park</a>s and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Cristina-Panfilio/">Cristina Panfilio</a> inhabit Stanley and Stella Kowalski with their own animal chemistry, palpable on stage and in the audience. Panfilio&#39;s silm, toned body matches Parks&#39; inherent display of machismo and contrasts the elegant Arnold&#39;s, which further defines the differences between the two sisters&#39;s fates even thoguh their childhoods were similar. Panfilio delvers intense affection to asauge Blanche&#39;s peculiar predicaments, while their sisterly competiton for each other remains visceral.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/milwaukee/article/BWW-Reviews-A-STREETCAR-NAMED-DESIRE-Travels-Straight-to-the-Heart-at-APT-20150709" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>6.</strong> <strong>Sacramento, CA: </strong>Editor Harmony Wheeler reviews BYE, BYE BIRDIE at Music Circus. She says, &quot;Every so often a musical comes along that is just pure fun. In a humorous imitation of the likes of <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Elvis-Presley/">Elvis Presley</a> and his fan girls, &quot;Bye, Bye Birdie&quot; became just such a production, followed by two film versions and earning a place in pop culture with well-known songs like &quot;The Telephone Hour&quot; and &quot;Put on a Happy Face.&quot; Sacramento Music Circus adds to the entertainment this week with colorful costumes, authentic set pieces and a decked out cast.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/sacramento/article/BWW-Reviews-BYE-BYE-BIRDIE-Gives-Sacramento-a-Happy-Hello-20150709" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>7. Portland, OR: </strong>Editor Krista Garver reviews THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE at Broadway Rose. She says, &quot;The cast and crew at Broadway Rose are incredible, and I&#39;m continually amazed at the quality of the musical theatre productions they put on. Claire Avakian is excellent as Millie. She can sing, she can dance, and she&#39;s funny. (She&#39;s also moving to New York this fall -- good luck, Claire!) &quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/portland/article/BWW-Reviews-THOROUGHLY-MODERN-MILLIE-is-Thoroughly-Entertaining-at-Broadway-Rose-20150707" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>8. Los Angeles, CA: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ellen-Dostal/">Ellen Dostal</a> says that AS YOU LIKE IT is Full of Homespun Charm at <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Will-Geer/">Will Geer</a>&#39;s Theatricum Botanicum. She goes on, &quot;What is most appealing about the production is the way Geer has brought out the shimmering sweetness in it. There is undeniable love between cousins Rosalind (the ever impeccable <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Willow-Geer/">Willow Geer</a>) and Celia (<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Elizabeth-Tobias/">Elizabeth Tobias</a>), two playful, giggling girls whose loyalty to each other is never-ending. &quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-Americana-Inspired-AS-YOU-LIKE-IT-is-Full-of-Homespun-Charm-20150708" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>9. Vancouver, Canada:</strong> Editor Matt Hanson reviews MISFIT BLUES Understands at Firehall Arts Centre. He says, &quot;Choreographer and dancer Paul-Andr&eacute; Fortier is a true national treasure. Together with his accomplice, dancer Robin Poitras, they enlighten the meaning of onstage chemistry. Misfit Blues is a wildly intoxicating ride through the incomprehensible abstractions and piercing truths of two people experiencing themselves as a unity.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/vancouver/article/BWW-Reviews-MISFIT-BLUES-Understands-at-Firehall-Arts-Centre-20150707" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. Washington, DC Editor Jeffrey Walker reviews PETER PAN Under the Threesixty Big Top. He says, &quot;Peter Pan (as played by the agile and charming Dan Rosales) flies, fights, tumbles, rolls, and soars, propelled by theatrical magic. Peter still flies into the Darling children&#39;s window and leads them on a high-flying journey all the way to Neverland, but this time the onstage flying effects are enhanced a fully 360-degree projected background that helps propel the story and the characters into a new level of excitement. The audience - I, for one - is likewise fully transported on the adventure. Director Thom Southerland obviously has his finger on the pulse of PETER PAN - the character and the production. The pacing is swift and there is not a wasted moment throughout the two hour running time of the production.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Reviews-Take-a-Magical-Trip-to-Neverland-with-PETER-PAN-Under-the-Threesixty-Big-Top-20150706" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome Siobhan O&#39;Loughlin as our newest guest blogger!</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-20150327" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-20150327" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Washington, DC: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Pamela-Roberts/">Pamela Roberts</a> reviews </span>IMPOSSIBLE! A HAPPENSTANCE CIRCUS at Roundhouse Theatre. She says, &quot;Music is a lively and constant presence in the vignettes and bridging from one scene to another. Karen Hansen, as performer, musical director and composer, moves from glockenspiel to trombone to bass drum to ukulele with ease. Even a metronome comes into play, adding great drama to a magic scene. Drawing on classic tunes like &quot;Sidewalks of New York&quot; and &quot;Oh Dear! What Can The Matter Be?&quot; the variety of music sets the mood and provides great contrast to the physical pieces. All the performers get in on the music, too - at one time each donning a ukulele to sing of potatoes, another time combining their voices to become a marvelous human calliope.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Reviews-IMPOSSIBLE-A-HAPPENSTANCE-CIRCUS-Impossibly-Inventive-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>2. Chicago, IL: </strong>New Editor Patrick O&#39;Brien reviews nd Annual Chicago Musical Theatre Festival. He says, &quot;<em>How to Run for Mayor</em> is a fine opening note for a homespun Chicago festival, very much grounded in the city&#39;s knack for improvisational humor. And though it may be second-rate Second City, it goes down well enough and there are laughs to be had. The trim little plot certainly invites them: Kim (<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Grace-Palmer/">Grace Palmer</a>), a twentysomething NEET, decides to challenge incumbent <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rahm-Emanuel/">Rahm Emanuel</a> for the titular office because...well, just &#39;cause, what more do you need? (Her campaign bid, uploaded to YouTube as a joke, promises zombie apocalypses, for one.) When the video goes viral and Kim actually finds herself a viable candidate, she couldn&#39;t be more jarred out of her flippancy; Charlie (Ryan Semmelmayer), her campaign manager - who literally walks into her life with a campaign at the ready - couldn&#39;t be more alive; and Mayor Emanuel (Trent Eisfeller) couldn&#39;t be more peeved.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-2nd-Annual-Chicago-Musical-Theatre-Festival-Kicks-Off-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>3. Wichita, KS: </strong>Editor Alison Bridget Chambers reviews MY SON PINOCCHIO at Music Theatre Wichita. She says, &quot;The sets, designed by J Branson, had a folksy village charm to them. The ensemble was particularly fun, especially the children. The choreography, by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Amy-Baker-Schwiethale/">Amy Baker Schwiethale</a>, was visually stunning as well as helped further the plot and develop character. Especially magical was the Pleasure Island Ringleader, Avery Smith, and his Roustabouts, Kyle McClellan and Kevin Nietzel.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/wichita/article/BWW-Reviews-MY-SON-PINOCCHIO-at-Music-Theatre-Wichita-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>4. Milwaukee, WI: </strong>Editor Peggy Sue Dunigan says American <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Players-Theatre/">Players Theatre</a>&#39;s THE ISLAND is &quot;sensational.&quot; She goes on, &quot;This powerful, provacative play, presented in a no-intermission format, touches every sense in the intimate Touchstone---from the visceral sounds of the prisoners heavy breathing and lifting sand bags at the beginning of the play, to the sweat seen on the Khaki shirts, and Antiogone&#39;s performance, Johnson, on stage when she is sentenced to death by Creon, Banks, and says: &quot;I share my love instead of my hate.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/milwaukee/article/BWW-Reviews-APTs-Sensational-THE-ISLAND-Honors-Fugards-Timeless-Legacy-20150629" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South/Southeast</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>5. Houston, TX: </strong>Editor Bryan Keyth Wilson reviews TRAV&#39;LIN at The Ensemble. He says, &quot;With a book by Gary Holmes and Allan Shapiro, TRAV&#39;LIN had me hooked from the beginning. Wonderfully composed music by J.C. Johnson &amp; Friends had me tappin&#39; my toes and singin&#39; the &quot;Empty Bed Blues&quot; by intermission. &quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/houston/article/BWW-Reviews-TRAVLIN-at-The-Ensemble-Moves-into-Our-Hearts-and-Souls-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>6. Austin, TX: </strong>Editor Michelle Hache says that HEATHERS &quot;will blow you away.&quot; She goes on, &quot;Since I moved to Austin in 2009, I haven&#39;t been quite this blown-away with the realization of the astounding talent we have right here in our very own city. Doctuh Mistuh&#39;s production of HEATHERS the Musical features a veritable who&#39;s who of young local talent, some truly memorable music,<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/a-fan/">a fan</a>tastic band, and of course, all of those one-liners and scenes that HEATHERS film fans are expecting.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/austin/article/BWW-Reviews-Whats-Your-Damage-HEATHERS-Will-Blow-You-Away-20150701" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>7. New Orleans, Louisiana: </strong>Editor Heidi Schueuermann reviews MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Le Petit Theatre. She says, &quot;While the cast as a whole did a great job, by far the stand out performance for me was Kevin T. Murphy as Charley Kringas. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Mr.-Murphy/">Mr. Murphy</a> received quite a roaring applause after singing &quot;Franklin Shepard, Inc.,&quot; and rightly so. This was the most natural scene in the whole show. &quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/new-orleans/article/BWW-Reviews-MERRILY-WE-ROLL-ALONG-at-Le-Petit-Theatre-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p>8. Los Angeles, CA: Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Shari-Barrett/">Shari Barrett</a> reviews MACBETH at the Art of Acting Studio. She says, &quot;The brilliantly creative mind of Michael <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Keith-Allen/">Keith Allen</a> has worked wonders with a new re-telling of Shakespeare&#39;s <strong>MACBETH</strong> at the Art of Acting Studio by setting the tragedy in a postmodern Scotland where street thugs battle for leadership as well as territory, while cutting the run time to 90 minutes and allowing the actors to speak without heavy accents, making it easy to understand the dialogue and follow the plot and character development. It is definitely the best rendition of the classic I have ever seen.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Review-MACBETH-Unleashed-by-the-Creative-Mind-of-Michael-Keith-Allen-at-the-Art-of-Acting-Studio-20150702" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>9. Toronto, Canada: </strong>Senior Editor Alan Henry reviews the Canadian premiere of KINKY BOOTS. He says, &quot;The show has an incredible and memorable score written by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Cyndi-Lauper/">Cyndi Lauper</a> (music and lyrics). Lauper&#39;s tunes are infectious, and you&#39;ll leave the theatre not knowing which song to hum first. She manages to weave in everything for pop and rock to country with a splash of polka - and it all works brilliantly.&quot; Read his full reivew <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-Review-Toronto-Says-YEAH-To-Kinky-Boots-20150629" target="_blank">here</a>, and check out our complete review roundup <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Review-Roundup-KINKY-BOOTS-in-Toronto-20150629" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. Maine Editor Carla Maria Verdino-Sullwold interviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Trista-Dollison/">Trista Dollison</a> in SISTER ACT. She says, &quot;&quot;It&#39;s a great role, hands down!&quot; she enthuses in the last days of rehearsal before the June 25th opening. &quot;I had seen the show on Broadway twice and auditioned more than twice, so I am delighted to be here doing it now. It is one of those shows that rides on your back. She has such great songs and is in every scene. She is such a fierce and fabulous character! I love the fact that she starts off in a selfish world and evolves into being the hope for these sisters, and the sisters become the hope for her. The journey within the show is so beautiful: she realizes she is helping the nuns, and they realize they are helping her. She awakens something that is lost in the convent - a passion and joy.&quot; Read the full interview <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/national-tours/article/BWW-Interviews-Trista-Dollison-in-SISTER-ACT-Singing-with-Great-Joy-20150629" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome April Hayden as our newest contributing editor in Orlando!</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-20150327" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-20150327" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Boston, MA: </strong>Editor Alex Lonati reviews DYING CITY at <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Happy-Medium-Theatre/">Happy Medium Theatre</a>. He says, &quot;</span>This really was a theatrical experience unlike any I&#39;ve had prior. It felt less like a stereotypical show and more like venturing into someone&#39;s private space and thoughts, which worked very well within the structure of the piece. I almost felt like I was witnessing a conversation I shouldn&#39;t be privy to, but somehow couldn&#39;t look away.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/boston/article/BWW-Reviews-Into-the-Home-of-Happy-Medium-Theatres-DYING-CITY-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Central PA: </strong>Senior Editor Marakay Rogers reviews THE ODD COUPLE at Ephrata. She says, &quot;It&#39;s a show that relies on perfect casting more than anything else. Bob Checcia&#39;s Oscar Madison is so perfectly Oscar, so charmingly realized in his I&#39;ll-just-walk-on-the-furniture carelessness, that you can&#39;t help but root for peanut shells on the carpet and ashes in the drinks.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/central-pa/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-ODD-COUPLE-Is-Fun-Summer-Fluff-at-Ephrata-20150625" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>3. St. Louis, MO: </strong>So much Muny! Editor Chris Gibson says &quot;HAIRSPRAY is a blast at The Muny!&quot; He goes on, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ryann-Redmond/">Ryann Redmond</a> sparkles as Tracy, and her sweet vocals are an excellent fit for songs like the opening number, &quot;Good Morning Baltimore.&quot; Redmond provides a spunky and engaging presence throughout. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/John-Battagliese/">John Battagliese</a> also does fine work as her love interest, Link Larkin, projecting the necessary charisma that the part demands. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Bryan-Batt/">Bryan Batt</a>is an absolute riot as Edna, Tracy&#39;s mother, and though the late Divine&#39;s shoes are not an easy pair of pumps to step into, Batt acquits himself quite well.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-HAIRSPRAY-is-a-Blast-at-The-MUNY-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>. We also have an exclusive interview with <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Bryan-Batt/">Bryan Batt</a> <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Bryan-Batt-on-Heading-to-The-MUNY-in-HAIRSPRAY-His-Broadway-Career-More-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>, full photo coverage <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Ryann-Redmond-Bryan-Batt-More-in-HAIRSPRAY-at-The-Muny-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>, and a first look at highlights <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Welcome-to-the-Muny-Check-Out-Highlights-from-the-Starry-Summer-Production-of-HAIRSPRAY-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>. Stay tuned for more exclusives, including bloggers, interviews and more!</p>
<p><strong><u>South/Southeast</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>4. Louisville, KY: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Robert-Sisk/">Robert Sisk</a> says that &quot;COLLABORACT Is Louisville Milestone.&quot; In his preview piece, he says, &quot;COLLABORACT! is a massive musical theatre concert taking place in The Bomhard Theater of The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts. The event will be hosted by Tom Dunbar and feature performances from Acting Against Cancer, Theatre [502], StageOne Family Theatre, CenterStage and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Pandora-Productions/">Pandora Productions</a>. As it showcases some of Louisville&#39;s favorite theatre companies all on one stage, it will truly be a milestone for the arts community.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/louisville/article/BWW-Previews-COLLABORACT-Is-Louisville-Milestone-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>5. Orlando, FL: </strong>Senior Editor Matt Tamanini says that &quot;THE FLICK is an Envelope-Pushing Must-See for All Serious Orlando Theatre Fans.&quot; He goes on, &quot;The three phenomenal actors bring an incredible amount of subtlty and truth to characters that could be boringly flat. They discuss issues large and small, from institutionalized racism to the ethics of littering in a movie theatre. However, in doing so, their conversations are not framed in the rapid-fire stage-speak that we are used to hearing; instead, the audience is given the opportunity to experience the characters thinking and reacting as people normally would while chatting at work; slowly, disjointedly, and authenticly.&quot; Check out his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/BWW-Review-THE-FLICK-is-an-Envelope-Pushing-Must-See-for-All-Serious-Orlando-Theatre-Fans-20150625" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>6. Salt Lake City, UT: </strong>Editor Tyler Hinton calls THE ILLUSIONISTS at the Capitol Theatre &quot;mesmerizing.&quot; He goes on, &quot;Some of the greatest magicians in the world have assembled in Salt Lake City to share their mystifying stunts and tricks in a show that is eclectic and mesmerizing.THE ILLUSIONISTS toured the great cities of the world before a record-breaking run on Broadway and its current national tour. It will also return to Broadway this fall.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/salt-lake-city/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-ILLUSIONISTS-at-the-Capitol-Theatre-is-Mesmerizing-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<figcaption>Transcendence Theatre Company&#39;s<br />
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<p><strong>7. Sacramento, CA: </strong>Regional Managing Editor, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Christina-Mancuso/">Christina Mancuso</a> reviews Transcendence Theatre Company&#39;s &#39;Broadway Under the Stars&#39; at <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jack-London/">Jack London</a> Historic Park in Glen Ellen, CA, as part of a full travel piece, including wine tastings, a hotel reivew and more. She says, &quot;As the sun began to set, the stage lit up with pure, raw talent. With top notch performers from around the country, it&#39;s nearly impossible to pick out any standouts. However, avid theater goers will appreciate Broadway classics such as &quot;Summertime&quot; from PORGY &amp; BESS (sang beautifully by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Leslie-McDonel/">Leslie McDonel</a>), <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Danny-Calvert/">Danny Calvert</a> &amp; Company&#39;s rendition of &quot;You&#39;ll Never Walk Alone&quot; from CAROUSEL, a medley of FOUR SEASONS by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Danny-Calvert/">Danny Calvert</a>, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Eric-Jackson/">Eric Jackson</a>, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Nicolas-Dromar/">Nicolas Dromar</a>d and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Stephan-Stubbins/">Stephan Stubbins</a>, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Maggie-Cansler/">Maggie Cansler</a>&#39;s &quot;Gimme Gimme&quot; (THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLE), and a simply gorgeous duet between <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Courtney-Markowitz/">Courtney Markowitz</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Maggie-Cansler/">Maggie Cansler</a> - &quot;Someone Like You&quot; (JEKYLL &amp; HYDE), just to name a few.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/san-francisco/article/BWW-Reviews-A-Weekend-in-Wine-Country-Transcendence-Theatre-Sonoma-Valley-Inn-Wine-Tastings-and-More-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>8. Toronto, Canada: </strong>Editor Lauren Glenow reviews SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER at Stratford Festival&#39;s Avon Theatre. She says, &quot;As Mr. and Mrs. Hardcastle, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Joseph-Ziegler/">Joseph Ziegler</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Lucy-Peacock/">Lucy Peacock</a> are charming and funny. Mr. Ziegler excels at portraying Mr. Hardcastle&#39;s utter confusion and frustration at Young Charles Marlow (Brad Hodder) and his apparent lack of respect for the father of his intended. Ms. Peacock is hilarious as a woman determined to find a wife for her son and in doing so, to keep some precious jewels in the family. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Sara-Farb/">Sara Farb</a> is also very funny as Constance Neville, and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Karack-Osborn/">Karack Osborn</a> is absolutely hysterical as Tony Lumpkin, the disappointment of a son to the Hardcastles.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/toronto/article/BWW-Reviews-Stratford-Festivals-SHE-STOOPS-TO-CONQUER-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>9. Germany: </strong>Editor Iris Moebius previews the Germany Premiere of ZORRO at the Open Air Festival Tecklenburg. Read all about it <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/germany/article/Review-Zusammenfassung-Deutschlandpremiere-von-ZORRO-bei-den-Freilichtfestspielen-Tecklenburg-20150624" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. The National Tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON is playing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC through August 16. DC Senior Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jennifer-Perry/">Jennifer Perry</a> says, &quot;The national tour offers some stellar casting and every actor is up to the task of bringing the satirical story to life. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/David-Larsen/">David Larsen</a>&#39;s Elder Price is initially smarmy and supremely self-confident enough that his crumbling under pressure is just that much more believable.... <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Cody-Jamison-Strand/">Cody Jamison Strand</a> nails every ounce of <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Elder-Cunningham/">Elder Cunningham</a>&#39;s character and gets all of the laughs he should. What I liked most about his take on the role is that he makes it his own and resists any temptation to tread into &#39;campy and cartoonish&#39; acting territory, which would probably be quite easy to do.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-BOOK-OF-MORMON-Enthralls-Yet-Again-at-Kennedy-Center-20150622" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-20150327" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-20150327" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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http://images.bwwstatic.com/columnpic7/75200DD6613AA-0F36-A689-0D10EDC5028CD973.jpghttp://www.broadwayworld.com/russia/article/Regional-Roundup-Top-10-Stories-This-Week-Around-the-Broadway-World-626-HAIRSPRAY-at-The-Muny-THE-FLICK-in-Orlando-and-More-20150626Fri, 26 Jun 2015 08:12:03 PSTRegional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 6/19; MY FAIR LADY at the Muny, ON YOUR FEET! and More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Maine, Chicago, Italy, and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include FAME at Maine State Music Theatre, a &quot;risky&quot; FUNNY GIRL in Italy, and full coverage of Gloria Estafan&#39;s Broadway-bound ON YOUR FEET!,<span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"> just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<figcaption>FAME</figcaption>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Maine: </strong>Editor Carla Maria Verdino-Sullwold reviews MSMT&#39;s FAME. She says, &quot;</span>Clark and Dumont have cast the show with insight, playing to the strengths of the individual actors, who are uniformly excellent. Reagan Danel Ogle makes a lithe, sexy, hard-edged yet vulnerable Carmen, whose ambitions prove self-destructive. She shines in her big vocal dance numbers - notably &quot;There She goes/Fame&quot; and &quot;Bring on Tomorrow&quot; and manages to tug at the heartstrings with Carmen&#39;s unraveling. Possessed of a lovely voice and fine sense of shaping a song, Stefanie Sable is a disarming Serena; Leah Nicoll brings down the house with &quot;Mabel&#39;s Prayer,&quot; sung with a strong sense of gospel style and mordant humor. Sara Bond is an appealing Iris and proves herself to be a graceful, expressive dancer, and Sarah Kennedy etches a charmingly jaded portrait of drummer Grace/Lamb Chops.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/maine/article/BWW-Reviews-MSMT-Intern-Company-Dreams-of-FAME-20150616" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Washington, DC: </strong>Editor Ellen Burns reviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Wolf-Trap/">Wolf Trap</a>&#39;s THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE. She says, &quot;The NYGASP ensemble of players was of particularly fine voice as a group, and along with the leads, did a marvelous job with the familiar songs; most especially &quot;I Am The Very Model of a Modern Major General,&quot; performed with charming hilarity by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/James-Mills/">James Mills</a>.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Reviews-NYGASPs-THE-PIRATES-OF-PENZANCE-Delightfully-Invades-Wolf-Trap-20150615" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
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<figcaption>MY FAIR LADY</figcaption>
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<p><strong>3. St. Louis, MO: </strong>Editor Chris Gibson reviews MY FAIR LADY at the Muny. He says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Alexandra-Silber/">Alexandra Silber</a> is exceptional as Eliza Doolittle, capturing the voice and temperament of someone who yearns for so much more out of life, but is struggling along as a flower girl. She does splendid vocal work on &quot;Just You Wait&quot; and &quot;Without You&quot;, but really lets her voice shine on &quot;I Could Have Danced All Night&quot;. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Anthony-Andre/">Anthony Andre</a>ws is equally strong as task master Professor Henry Higgins, and though he possesses a stern demeanor, you can&#39;t help but root for them to become a pair.&quot; Find out more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-louis/article/BWW-Reviews-MY-FAIR-LADY-Shines-at-The-MUNY-20150617" target="_blank">here</a>. We also have full production shots from the show <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Alexandra-Silber-Anthony-Andrews-More-in-MY-FAIR-LADY-at-The-Muny-20150616" target="_blank">here</a>, as well as highlights <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Watch-Highlights-of-Alexandra-Silber-More-in-MY-FAIR-LADY-at-the-Muny-20150616" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>4. Chicago, IL: </strong>We&#39;re thrilled to feature full coverage of <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Gloria-Estefan/">Gloria Estefan</a>&#39;s Broadway-bound ON YOUR FEET! now playing at the Oriental Theatre in Chicago. Check out highlights <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-First-Look-at-Highlights-from-Gloria-Estefans-Broadway-Bound-ON-YOUR-FEET-20150617" target="_blank">here</a>, and production shots <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Gloria-Estefans-Broadway-Bound-ON-YOUR-FEET-20150617" target="_blank">here</a>. We also have opening night pics <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Photo-Flash-Broadway-Bound-ON-YOUR-FEET-Celebrates-Chicago-Opening-20150618" target="_blank">here</a>. What does our critic think? Editor Rachel Weinberg says, &quot;This catchy jukebox musical manages to accomplish that rare feat of incorporating both dialogue and music in a way that makes the two feel of apiece, thanks to <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Alexander-Dinelaris/">Alexander Dinelaris</a>&#39;s clever book. With direction by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jerry-Mitchell/">Jerry Mitchell</a> and superb choreography by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Sergio-Trujillo/">Sergio Trujillo</a>, &quot;On Your Feet!&quot; will certainly have audiences in the mood for dancing. And with Ana Villafa&ntilde;e in the lead role as Gloria, the musical has certainly found the superstar that it requires.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/chicago/article/BWW-Reviews-ON-YOUR-FEET-Musical-Gloriously-Dances-Forward-In-World-Premiere-Production-20150618" target="_blank">here</a>. And to see a full roundup of other reviews, click <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Review-Roundup-Broadway-Bound-ON-YOUR-FEET-20150618" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South/Southeast</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>5. Charlotte, NC: </strong>Editor Vickie Evans interviews playright Rory Sheriff on BE A LION. On the question of what inspired him to write BE A LION, he said, &quot;I wrote &quot;<em>Be A Lion&quot;</em>, two and a half years ago. Initially, I was working on a re-make of the 1975 romantic drama, &quot;<em>Mahogany&quot;</em> (directed by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Berry-Gordy/">Berry Gordy</a> and starring <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Diana-Ross/">Diana Ross</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Billy-Dee-Williams/">Billy Dee Williams</a>) about a fashion designer faced with a choice between following her dream or following her love. In the midst of writing the re-make, <em>The Wiz</em>, the movie, (starring <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Diana-Ross/">Diana Ross</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Michael-Jackson/">Michael Jackson</a>) was shown on TV. My mind began to wonder what happened to the other characters after Dorothy clicked her heels and returned to Kansas.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/charlotte/article/BWW-Interview-Playwright-Rory-Sheriff-BE-A-LION-20150617" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>6. Houston, TX: </strong>Editor Bryan Keyth-Wilson reviews the FADE TO BLACK PLAY FESTIVAL at The Queensbury Theatre. He says, &quot;Houston has its share of fringe events, but there wasn&#39;t a playwright&#39;s festival celebrating the works of black playwrights until Denise O&#39;Neal conceived the FADE TO BLACK festival. In their 3rd year of operation, the FADE TO BLACK festival is on the rise and serves as a platform for the creative voices of black theatre artists of the future. Not only do the playwrights get the chance to show their work, actors and directors have an opportunity to flex their creative muscles. An esteemed panel of judges read a lot of plays and narrowed it down to 10 titles that were rehearsed and presented last night.&quot; Read more on all his reviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/houston/article/BWW-Reviews-FADE-TO-BLACK-PLAY-FESTIVAL-at-The-Queensbury-Theatre-Bold-Black-Brilliantly-Beautiful-20150613" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
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<figcaption>ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT&#39;S ME, KAREN CARPENTER</figcaption>
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<p><strong>7. Seattle, WA: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/John-James/">John James</a> DeWitt reviews ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT&#39;S ME, KAREN CARPENTER. He says, &quot;Unlike Blume&#39;s novel which focuses largely on Margaret Simon&#39;s religious identity crisis (Christian mother, Jewish father), Whitlock gleefully focuses on the more awkward and embarrassing aspects of young adulthood also featured in the book. The results are uproarious and guaranteed to get chuckles, if not outright guffaws.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/seattle/article/BWW-Reviews-ARE-YOU-THERE-GOD-ITS-ME-KAREN-CARPENTER-20150617" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>8. Salt Lake City, UT: </strong>Editor Tyler Hinton calls Hale Centre Theatre&#39;s THE LITTLE MERMAID &quot;breathtaking.&quot; He goes on, &quot;</p>
<p>Hale Centre Theatre&#39;s production does justice to the material in a massive production that shimmers in its own right. The production team, helmed by director John Sweeney, has conjoured a whimsical undersea world and an even more magnificent &quot;world above.&quot; The striking choreography by Geoffrey Reynolds (with aerial work by Ramsi Nia Stoker) and superb music direction by Kelly DeHaan pulls all the right heartstrings as the story plays out across the exquisite, colorful background created by Kacey Udy (set design), Adam Flitton (lighting design), Tamara Baker and Jennifer Stapley Taylor (costume design), Trisha Ison and Krissa Lent (hair and makeup design), and Michelle Jensen (properties).&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/salt-lake-city/article/BWW-Reviews-Hale-Centre-Theatres-Breathtaking-THE-LITTLE-MERMAID-Shimmers-20150615" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>9. Italy: </strong>Editor Valeria Venturelli reviews FUNNY GIRL. She calls it a &quot;risky choice&quot; but it pays off in a big way. Check out her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/italy/article/BWW-Reviews-FUNNY-GIRL-e-lambizione-della-SDM-20150616" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. The National Tour of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY is set to launch in Des Moines, IA at the Des Moines Civic Center, with performances beginning Saturday, November 28th and an official opening on Tuesday, December 1st. We announced the full initial itinerary <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/THE-BRIDGES-OF-MADISON-COUNTY-National-Tour-Announces-Itinerary-See-Where-It-All-Began-20150612" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Alexander-Garza/">Alexander Garza</a> and Brett Cullum as our newest editors in Houston.</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-20150327" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-20150327" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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http://images.bwwstatic.com/columnpic7/752001C412A2A-DA4E-6D89-1B089EE16065D829.jpghttp://www.broadwayworld.com/russia/article/Regional-Roundup-Top-10-Stories-This-Week-Around-the-Broadway-World-619-MY-FAIR-LADY-at-the-Muny-ON-YOUR-FEET-and-More-20150619Fri, 19 Jun 2015 08:15:45 PSTRegional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 6/12; 'Phenomenal' JC SUPERSTAR in KC, RED in St. Petersburg and More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Washington DC, St. Petersburg, Adelaide, and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include an &quot;astonding&quot; SCIENCE AND SOULMATES in DC, a &quot;phenomenal&quot; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in Kansas City, and full coverage of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival,<span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"> just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<figcaption>THE WELL OF HORNINESS</figcaption>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Baltimore, MD: </strong>Editor Cybele Pomeroy reviews </span>THE WELL OF HORNINESS at Theatre Project. She says, &quot;The characters are colorful and hastily drawn, and their 2-dimensionality is a stylistic choice rather than sloppy writing. Hughes has given them all vivid, clever dialogue, director Julianne Franz orchestrates snappy sitcom physicality and comic sex scenes, and every actor effectively manages dense dialogue and high-speed stage traffic, sometimes simultaneously.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/baltimore/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-WELL-OF-HORNINESS-Pumps-Pulchritudinous-Punchlines-Through-Theatre-Project-20150607" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Rhode Island: </strong>New Editor Katelyn Corp reviews ROUNDING THIRD at Ocean State Theatre Company. She says, &quot;Successfully telling a story, no matter how humble, with only two characters is no easy feat. Thankfully, commendable performances by both Joel Kipper (Michael) and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Fred-Sullivan/">Fred Sullivan</a>, Jr. (Don) keep audiences engaged. It never once feels as if someone is missing on stage, especially because of their brilliant physicality. The excitement and hilarity of both Kipper and Sullivan running across the stage as they yell into the imagined Little League field, bang on the fence of the dugout, and dance the Macarena is undeniably enjoyable to watch.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/rhode-island/article/BWW-Reviews-ROUNDING-THIRD-at-Ocean-State-Theatre-Company-20150607" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>3. Washington, DC: </strong>Editor Benjamin Tomchik reviews SCIENCE AND SOULMATES at The Source. He says, &quot;Osborn and Keith are astounding together and achieve an incredible level of depth portraying this anguished couple in an all too brief 10 minutes. Duncan has Osborn and Keith circle each other, building the tension as each dissection reveals a facet of their relationship. Spotswood&#39;s concept is engrossing and <em>Dissection </em>seems worthy of a full-length expansion.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Reviews-Source-Festivals-Enthralling-SCIENCE-AND-SOULMATES-is-Not-to-Be-Missed-20150610" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
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<figcaption>JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR</figcaption>
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<p><strong>4. Kansas City, MO: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Steve-Wilson/">Steve Wilson</a> says that JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is &quot;phenomenal at Musical Theater Heritage.&quot; He goes on, &quot;Christin Byrdsong makes his Musical Theater Heritage and Kansas City debut as Jesus. Kansas City is filled with tremendous talent and we just added a thoroughbred to the stable. The grand power of his voice sent chills up my arms more than once. As a tear runs down his cheek sniffles could be heard coming from throughout the audience.... <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Patrick-Lewallen/">Patrick Lewallen</a> makes his second appearance at Musical Theater Heritage and is superb as the traitor Judas. What a tremendous voice and range he brings to the stage.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/kansas-city/article/BWW-Review-JESUS-CHRIST-SUPERSTAR-is-Phenomenal-at-Musical-Theater-Heritage-in-Kansas-City-20150608" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>5. Minneapolis, MN: </strong>Editor Jill Shafer says that the &quot;challenging new play H2O is funny, painful, and engaging&quot; at the <a href="http://www.startribune.com/torch-and-gremlin-team-up-for-four-show-season/286105241/">Minneapolis Theatre Garage</a>. She goes on, &quot;The character of Deborah is at times infuriating, at other times exhausting, with her strict and unforgiving relgious belief and her insistence that Jesus speaks to her. But I also found her to be smart, funny, modern, and likeable, struggling to marry her beliefs with the messy real world.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/minneapolis/article/BWW-Reviews-In-the-Capable-Hands-of-Gremlin-Theatre-the-Challenging-New-Play-H2O-is-Funny-Painful-and-Engaging-20150611" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South/Southeast</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>6. Birmingham, AL: </strong>Editor Marietta Lunceford reviews TRIBES at the Birmingham Festival Theatre. She says, &quot;I cannot remember leaving a theatre with such emotion still filling me up. Every emotion I can think of occurred to me during the two hours I was in BFT. I laughed at some very funny lines, I was swept away by the romance of one of the most heartwarming scenes I have ever seen, I raged at a betrayal, and was later reminded of some discussions in my very own family.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/birmingham/article/BWW-Reviews-TRIBES-Evokes-Every-Emotion-20150608" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>7. St. Petersburg, FL: </strong>Editor Peter Nason reviews <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/John-Logan/">John Logan</a>&#39;s RED at American Stage. He says, &quot;This is one of the tightest, smartest, yet accessible scripts of the past decade, but yes, there&#39;s a huge anachronism smack dab in the middle of it. Even though the show is set in 1958-1959, Rothko rails against Pop Art and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Andy-Warhol/">Andy Warhol</a>&#39;s Campbell Soup cans in the same year when The Four Seasons opens in New York (1959). The problem is, those soup cans would not be created and would not set the art world on fire until years later (1962). But artistic license sometimes must be paid, and it works here, even though my Trivial Anachronism Radar buzzed off the charts.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/st-petersburg/article/BWW-Reviews-John-Logans-RED-at-American-Stage-20150607" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>8. Seattle, WA: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/John-James/">John James</a> DeWitt reviews a &quot;compelling&quot; NEVER THE SINNER at TPS. He says, &quot;As studiously intelligent Nathan Leopold, Joshua Valencia is prim and erudite, exuding privilege and sophistication in his portrayal...he is convincing as the son of a wealthy Chicago family. As Richard Loeb, the object of Leopold&#39;s misguided affections, Alan E. Garcia is charismatic and charming, and disguises the monster within so that when it finally reveals itself, the audience is both fascinated and repulsed.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/seattle/article/BWW-Reviews-NEVER-THE-SINNER-Compelling-Courtroom-Drama-20150607" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>International</u></strong></p>
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<p><strong>9. Adelaide, Australia: </strong>The Adelaide Cabaret Festival is in full force and Editor Barry Lenny is providing complete coverage. One highlight is THE GOODBYE GIRL. Barry reports, &quot;The casting of Lindsay Prodea, as Elliott, Fiona DeLaine, as Paula, and Henny Walters, as Lucy, is inspired. This is the finest performance that I have seen from Prodea so far which, considering his record of fine performances, is saying something. He brings a high level of authenticity to the role and convincingly conveys Elliott&#39;s changes of attitude to Paula.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/adelaide/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-GOODBYE-GIRL-Gets-A-Rare-Performance-In-Adelaide-20150608" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. The National Tour of ONCE is playing at the Palace Theatre in Columbus, Ohio through June 14. Editor Amanda Etchinson says, &quot;By simply sitting, listening and watching, the audience becomes inexplicably linked to the strangers on stage, especially as they begin to further delve into the unique aspects of characters&#39; personalities.... At times unexpectedly funny and quick-witted and at others--most notably, the final musical number--heart-wrenchingly bittersweet, &quot;Once&quot; succeeds in taking audiences on a journey full of music and romance that captures the hearts and minds of all those who view it.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/national-tours/article/BWW-Reviews-ONCE-Channels-the-Music-and-Romance-of-the-Emerald-Isle-20150610" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome Perry Tannebaum as our newest editor in North Carolina and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Barry-Busby/">Barry Busby</a> who is joining the BWW Food &amp; Wine team.</p>
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http://images.bwwstatic.com/columnpic7/75200DAF392DD-CF3E-0E65-2FB479655B60618A.jpghttp://www.broadwayworld.com/russia/article/Regional-Roundup-Top-10-Stories-This-Week-Around-the-Broadway-World-612-Phenomenal-JC-SUPERSTAR-in-KC-RED-in-St-Petersburg-and-More-20150612Fri, 12 Jun 2015 07:37:49 PSTRegional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 6/5; World Premiere in Long Island, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN in San Diego and More!<p>This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Long Island, Kansas City, San Diego, and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include a World Premiere in Long Island, MOTHER FREAKING HOOD! in Kansas City, and SINGIN&#39; IN THE RAIN at San Diego Musical Theatre,<span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"> just to name a few. </span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong><u>East/Northeast</u></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)"><strong>1. Boston, MA: </strong>Editor Karen Bovard reviews THE HOW AND WHY at </span><a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Shakespeare-%2526-Company/">Shakespeare &amp; Company</a> in the Berkshires<span style="color:rgb(48, 47, 47)">. She says, &quot;</span>There&#39;s a lot here about women in academia, and in the work world generally, and how and whether the choices we have are different now than they were for women a generation back. Treem&#39;s got a gift for writing smart but speakable dialogue: Zelda calls herself a &#39;sexual Magellan,&#39; describes love as &#39;the Stockholm Syndrome gussied up,&#39; and when Rachel asks if life will always be this hard, replies &#39;It will either be hard or boring: you get to pick.&#39;&quot; Read the full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/boston/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-HOW-AND-THE-WHY-Opens-the-Season-at-Shakespeare-Company-in-the-Berkshires-20150601" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2. Long Island, NY: </strong>Editor Melissa Giordano reviews the World Premiere of THE NEW SINCERITY at Bay Street. She says, &quot;The story has something for everyone; it is political, it has an intriguing love triangle, it is smart, and it speaks to a new generation. You will notice that some of the inspiration comes from the Occupy Wall Street protests of 2011 and social media is mentioned throughout.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/long-island/article/BWW-Review-The-World-Premiere-of-THE-NEW-SINCERITY-at-Bay-Street-20150603" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>Midwest</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>3. Cleveland, OH: </strong>Senior Editor Roy Berko reviews Pulitzer Prize winning THE YOUNG MAN FROM ATLANTA at Beck Center. He says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Dudley-Swetland/">Dudley Swetland</a> rants well as Will. As the character becomes more fatigued and defeated, the actor nicely textures his pace and dynamism. His final speech, which is presented in a near whisper, is compelling.... Anne McEvoy gives a clear illusion of Lily Dale&#39;s lack of being in touch with reality. She is a traditional southern lady who lives in dreams and fantasy. She clearly develops an almost child-like Lily Dale, with no friends, who refuses to face the facts, obsesses about rumors, half-truths and religion.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/cleveland/article/BWW-Reviews-Pulitzer-Prize-winning-THE-YOUNG-MAN-FROM-ATLANTA-at-Beck-Center-20150601" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>4. Kansas City, MO: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Steve-Wilson/">Steve Wilson</a> calls MOTHER FREAKING HOOD! &quot;Mother Freaking Funny&quot; in his review. He goes on, &quot;<em>Mother Freaking Hood!</em> is not a play anyone should see once, because that is not near enough times to catch all the humor that causes the audience to erupt with laughter throughout the two-act play. <em>Mother Freaking Hood!</em> opened on Saturday May 30 at the Goppert Theatre inside <a href="http://avila.edu/" target="_blank">Avila University</a> in Kansas City, Missouri to roars of laughter. The Moonshine Variety Company production is without a doubt the funniest musical comedy of the theater season in Kansas City.&quot; Read his full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/kansas-city/article/BWW-Review-MOTHER-FREAKING-HOOD-is-Mother-Freaking-Funny-in-Kansas-City-20150531" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>5. Omaha, NE: </strong>Editor Christine Swerczek reviews SPAMALOT at Omaha Community Playhouse. She says, &quot;<a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Melanie-Walters/">Melanie Walters</a> as Lady of the Lake is delightfully over the top as the muse who delivers Excalibur and &#39;kings&#39; Arthur. Her vocals are powerful and true, but she is also able to poke fun at divas and lounge singers with exaggerated performance and long drawn out notes. Melanie&#39;s rendition of &quot;Whatever Happened to My Part&quot; brought the loudest cheers of the night and showed Omaha that she is a still a star.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/omaha/article/BWW-Reviews-Omaha-Loves-SPAMALOT-20150531" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>South</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>6. West Virgina: </strong>Editor Johnna Leary interviews various cast and creative members of LEND ME A TENOR, which opens at the Washington County Playhouse this weekend. &quot;The dialogue is very challenging, whether it&#39;s memorizing the rapid fire and random lines, or simply not breaking character and laughing out loud on stage&quot; said Nate LaDow, who plays operatic superstar Tito Merelli. Read the full interview <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwopera/article/BWW-Interviews-LEND-ME-A-TENOR-to-Open-at-Washington-County-Playhouse-20150603" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>7. Miami, FL: </strong>Editor <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Roger-Martin/">Roger Martin</a> reviews THE BOOK CLUB PLAY at Actors&#39; Playhouse. He says, &quot;There&#39;s an all star cast working at Actors&#39; Playhouse right now. And they&#39;re stuck in a morass of cliches, weak jokes, and sitcom plotting. It&#39;s the 2015 summer season opener, THE BOOK CLUB PLAY.&quot; Read his outstanding review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/miami/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-BOOK-CLUB-PLAY-at-Actors-Playhouse-20150603" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>West</u></strong></p>
<p><strong>8. Los Angeles, CA: </strong>Editor Aimee Curameng says ROMEO &amp; JULIET: LOVE IS A BATTLEFIELD &quot;soars at Rockwell!.&quot; She goes on, &quot;It&#39;s difficult for any production to take on Shakespeare, especially such a beloved classic as <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Romeo-%2526-Juliet/">Romeo &amp; Juliet</a>, but &quot;Love Is A Battlefield&quot; is more than up to the challenge. Using the music of <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Pat-Benatar/">Pat Benatar</a>, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Tina-Turner/">Tina Turner</a>, and other powerhouse songs from the &#39;80s, <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Romeo-%2526-Juliet/">Romeo &amp; Juliet</a> manages to find an equal balance between Shakespearan text and contemporary songs. The two seemlessly blend into one another and while Shakespearan prose is spoken, it&#39;s hardly noticeable. The action, the configuration of songs lend themselves to creating a modern environment.&quot; Read her full review <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-ROMEO-JULIET-LOVE-IS-A-BATTLEFIELD-Soars-at-Rockwell-20150603" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>9. San Diego, CA: </strong>Editor E.H. Reiter reviews SINGIN&#39; IN THE RAIN at San Diego Musical Theatre. She says, &quot;As Don, this show is all about Davidson and he is completely at ease in this era. His vocals, charm, and dancing are what you really came to this show for and he doesn&#39;t disappoint. Davidson is as comfortable in this tap happy role in the first act as he is in the ballet sequence in the second act. He is light hearted and lovely in the iconic title song and dance number, and isn&#39;t afraid to get wet as he dances through the (actual) rain coming down upon him. I hope for his sake the water is a least warm!&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/san-diego/article/BWW-Reviews-SINGIN-IN-THE-RAIN-20150601" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong><u>National Tour Highlight</u>:</strong></p>
<p>10. <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Michael-L.-Quintos/">Michael L. Quintos</a> reviews PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at South Coast Rep (playing through June 7). He says, &quot;I can confidently speak for the audience when I say that, in <em>this</em> production, I felt much more welcomed in, as if this troupe of cheeky, playful actors are actually just my talented close friends that have decided to &quot;spontaneously&quot; gather together to tell me <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/a-fan/">a fan</a>tastic story in <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/a-fan/">a fan</a>tastic fashion---all with pure theatrical ingenuity.... And, let me tell you... in the hands of this stellar, harmonious ensemble, it truly is! Not once did I feel perplexed or exhaustively put-off, nor did I ever feel detached from the on-going action or the humorous hijinks that this merry band of expressive loons wanted to share with its rapt audience.&quot; Read more <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/BWW-Reviews-Clever-Imaginative-PETER-AND-THE-STARCATCHER-Flies-Into-South-Coast-Rep-20150602" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Bonus! It&#39;s the moment we&#39;ve all been waiting for.... TONY time! <span style="color:#FF0000"><strong>Don&#39;t forget to tune in to BroadwayWorld for Broadway&#39;s biggest night, the 69th Annual Tony Awards on CBS, hosted by <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Kristin-Chenoweth/">Kristin Chenoweth</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Alan-Cumming/">Alan Cumming</a>. The stars will align at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7, 2015 and we&#39;ll be bringing you exclusive, live photos, videos and blogs of everything that&#39;s happening from the red carpet to the winners&#39; room; the pre-show ceremony to the after parties. We&#39;ll be there for it all, and there&#39;s no better place for comprehensive coverage this Sunday than BroadwayWorld! Don&#39;t forget to tweet us pics of your Tony Awards party using #BWWTonys!</strong></span></p>
<p>This week, we&#39;d like to welcome Leanne Marsland as our newest contributing editor in Melbourne.</p>
<p><strong>Want to join our growing team? We have positions available in several <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/BWW-Seeks-Editors-in-Multiple-US-Regions-20150327" target="_blank">U.S. regions</a> and <a href="http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Seeks-International-Editors-20150327" target="_blank">International countries</a>! Contact christina@broadwayworld.com for more information!</strong></p><p><small></small><img
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